Oprah turns the Sphere into a heart‑racing AHA spectacle

Oprah Winfrey’s newest venture, *AHA*, will open for a single weekend at the Sphere in Las Vegas from April 2 to 4. The two‑hour shows promise a blend of music, poetry and visual art that aims to awaken a shared sense of awareness among audiences.

Fans and industry insiders alike are watching closely as the experience unfolds inside one of the world’s most technologically advanced venues.

* AHA is a collaborative effort that brings together a global collective of musicians, artists and storytellers. The program features Grammy‑winning performers such as Jacob Collier, gospel singer Wintley Phipps, and poet Ocean Vuong, among others. The show is designed to be a “brand‑new visual, musically immersive symphony of senses,” .

The Sphere’s unique infrastructure underpins the spectacle. Its LED screen system wraps around the audience, delivering the highest‑resolution imagery worldwide. Coupled with Sphere Immersive Sound, the venue offers a concert‑grade audio experience that surrounds listeners on every level.

## Background & Context

The Sphere opened its doors in 2023 with U2’s inaugural residency, setting a new standard for immersive concerts. Since then, the arena has hosted acts ranging from Phish and the Eagles to Metallica and Backstreet Boys.

The venue also ventured into sports with a UFC event in September 2024 and currently runs a 75‑minute 4D adaptation of *The Wizard of Oz* in partnership with Warner Bros.

*AHA* marks the first time Oprah Winfrey will headline an event at the Sphere, positioning the venue as a hub for experiential storytelling. The collaboration reflects Winfrey’s long‑standing interest in harnessing media to deepen collective understanding, a theme she has explored through television, film and live performances.

## What People Are Saying

During the announcement,

Winfrey said, “’AHA’ is a dream that came to me as I sat in awe at the opening night of U2 at the Sphere, mesmerized by the possibilities of how the space could be used as a tool for creating greater awareness and understanding of ourselves and our connection to each other.” She added, “Creating this experience has felt like the culmination of what I’ve spoken about and worked towards my entire life.”

The creative team includes director Ethan Tobman and producer Baz Halpin, founder of Silent House Group. Musical direction is led by Oscar‑nominated composer Max Richter, with contributions from Grammy‑winning vocal director Jason White and electronic artist Jon Hopkins.

Writing comes from Oscar‑winning screenwriter Tarell Alvin McCrane, while visual pieces are credited to artist Es Devlin and the Plum Village Monks.

## What Happens Next

The two‑hour program will feature a rotating lineup of performances: Jacob Collier, Ocean Vuong, Ajeet, Wintley Phipps, and additional acts will appear each night. Each show will leverage the Sphere’s next‑generation LED and audio systems to envelop audiences in a fully immersive environment.

Tickets are slated for sale ahead of the April 2 opening night, with the event running through April 4.

*AHA* is presented by Live Nation and executive produced by Winfrey, Jennifer Rudolph Walsh (producer of *The Life You Want Tour*), Tara McNally Montgomery (Harpo Entertainment), Ben Winston (Fulwell Entertainment), Andrew Maxwell Mangino (social entrepreneur), and Evan Sharp (consulting producer).

The collective aims to blend artistry, technology and storytelling into a singular, transformative experience.

The weekend promises to be a landmark moment for both the Sphere and Oprah Winfrey’s expansive creative portfolio, illustrating how cutting‑edge venues can amplify the impact of multimedia performances.